Operate snowplows, graders, and loaders as a spare Winter Equipment Operator serving Colchester County’s multiple locations. Class III licensing required.

The Nova Scotia Department of Public Works is hiring spare operators for Zones 14, 15, and 16. You will support snow and ice control operations, complete paid training, and gain guided plowing experience. Work hours are called in as operational needs require and are not guaranteed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate snowplows, graders, and loaders during winter operations
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections
• Perform general equipment maintenance and daily logs
• Maintain signs, repair road surfaces,
  
  
  
  and control traffic
• Complete the required driving assessment using a truck-plow

Requirements:

• Two years of experience or acceptable equivalent qualifications
• Minimum Class III licence with air brake endorsement
• Reading and writing skills for department documentation
• Flexibility and self-motivation in all weather conditions
• Ability to work around traffic and environmental hazards

Bring equipment operation, inspection, and winter driving capabilities to Public Works snow and ice control operations.